11 Sam's Club Frozen Dinners That Are Better Than Takeout (For a Fraction of the Cost)

The convenience of takeout can't be overstated, but if you order takeout every week, your wallet will drain fast. Instead, try stocking your freezer with tasty meals that taste just as good, if not better.

To get the most out of your Sam's Club membership, use it to buy frozen dinners that deliver big flavor without the inflated takeout prices. Here are the best 11 picks in the freezer aisle, packed with taste and serious savings.

Editor's note: Prices and availability are subject to change and may vary by location.

Price: $12.68

With six nine-ounce individual pouches, this chef-inspired recipe contains chicken breast, eggs, bacon, edamame, veggies, and, of course, rice. At its current price, this package can feed a large family for the same cost as one individual takeout order.

This quick dinner option receives rave reviews. "This rice doesn't taste like a freezer meal. It tastes very close to homemade. [...] The portion sizes are good. [...] A great quick meal," raves Sam's Club reviewer Gina.

Price: $14.78

This frozen chicken meal is a treat seasoned with New Orleans-style spices and a creamy, cheesy Alfredo sauce. At 60 ounces, it offers solid value and convenience at an affordable price.

Shoppers love it for its flavor and also appreciate the generous portions.

Price: $12.98

If orange chicken is your guilty pleasure, consider giving this meal a try. It contains tempura-battered chicken breast coated in orange sauce, in a mouth-watering blend of sweet and savory.

Busy households that want quick meals but can't afford takeout every night will love this three-pound offering that can easily feed eight people.

Price: $15.76

A favorite of vegetarians and carnivores alike, this vegetable chow mein comes with six nine-ounce portions of pan-fried noodles, soy sauce, and a bevy of vegetables.

It's easy to transform into a heartier meal by adding more vegetables, chicken, or shrimp. However, most shoppers love it as it is. "It's filling and delicious! It's quick and the perfect item for the microwave. The noodles come out great," shares Reddit user KarinsDogs.

Price: $14.98

Stouffer's lasagna surprises shoppers with a delicious taste they usually associate with restaurant-quality meals. Reddit user queenchannel puts it best: "Overall if I was served this in a restaurant and nobody told me it was a frozen meal I would've believed them."

Besides, paying under $15 for five pounds of tender pasta, 100% pure beef, a blend of mozzarella, Asiago, and Parmesan cheeses, and herb-seasoned tomato sauce is a no-brainer.

Price: $13.86

Do you find yourself craving fish and chips, but don't want to pay pub prices for this simple meal? Gorton's gives you a massive 3.8-pound bag of 64 fish sticks made from wild-caught Alaskan pollock coated in panko breadcrumbs.

Shoppers love the crunch, the real fish taste, and the incredible value per serving. Pair them with your favorite fries and mushy peas, and you have a winner at a fraction of pub fare's prices.

Price: $12.98

Chicken pot pies are another pub fare you may be thinking about on a busy weeknight. For just $1.62 per serving, you get a flaky crust pie filled with chicken breast and hearty vegetables like celery and carrots.

Even professional reviewers love these pies. Serious Eats panelists found Marie Callender's pie the most flavorful of the four chicken pot pies they tasted, beating the likes of Stouffer's, which is high praise indeed.

Price: $11.98

Instead of ordering Mexican, check out the flavorful El Monterey burritos instead. Each of the 24 four-ounce burritos consists of a flour tortilla stuffed with beef and refried beans cooked in classic Mexican-style spices.

There's nothing easier to fix than this meal. Add a little shredded cheese on top and dip in salsa, and you're set. As for the taste, prepare to be surprised — "They are delicious," writes reviewer SaraP.

Price: $13.97

Why order takeout from White Castle when you can get 18 of the same cheese sliders with 100% beef patties, melted American cheese, and onion to enjoy the experience in the comfort of your own home. Saving time, gas, and money is a huge win.

Price: $11.98

Pizza night used to be an affordable way to get takeout, yet that's no longer the case. For example, if you live in Portland, Chicago, Fresno, or New York, you could be paying as much as $20 for a 14-inch Margherita.

By contrast, this three-pound package offers you three pizzas for $3.99 each. Made with tomato sauce, 100% real cheese, pepperoni, and no artificial flavors, each pizza can serve three people.

Price: $9.88

If you enjoy ordering egg rolls with your fried rice, getting both at Sam's Club will save you serious money. These egg rolls contain tender pork and vegetables, making them a quick appetizer, main event, or snack.

Just throw them in the air fryer and enjoy what reviewers call "a top-notch, quality product at a good price." With more than 4,500 people giving these egg rolls five stars, you'd better believe them.

Next time you get home after a busy day and reach for the phone to get delivery, don't. With these Sam's Club winners in your freezer, you can get the same restaurant-quality flavors at a fraction of the price.

Want more grocery budget hacks? Next time you're at Sam's Club, grab a bulk pack of easy-prep items like wings, pizza, and burgers for your next get-together with friends or family. Nobody will even consider asking for takeout.